A note: This Pacific Northwest Trees art print comes from my watercolor illustration of a selection of native trees of Cascadia. Each tree illustration is paired with its common and Latin name. Celebrate the natural beauty of our state with this watercolor illustration. This premium art print makes the perfect gift for your favorite Washington or Oregon loved one. DETAILS: 11 x 14 inches. Art print only, frame is not included. Museum quality art print created with fade resistant 19pt Savoy Cotton archival paper and ink. Ships flat, sealed in a cello sleeve within a sturdy cardboard mailer. Due to monitor variations, colors may differ slightly from those on your screen. Copyright © 2017 by Brigida Swanson. All rights reserved. Pacific Northwest Trees Art Print / Washington State Art / Trees Art / Pacific Northwest Art / Washington Art Print / Gifts for Him / Trees
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Rattlesnake Ledge is a great trail for hiking in Washington State. Recently, we had the chance to hike it and we were surprised to see ...
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The Pacific Northwest has a very specific kind of magic. It’s an untamed, sacred energy – even the quiet scenes hum with life. Lopez Island is part of the San Juans, a sleepy little cluster of isla…
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World's longest beach ✓ Cape Disappointment lighthouse ✓ hiking trails ✓ winter storm watching ✓ sauna & delicious food
World's longest beach ✓ Cape Disappointment lighthouse ✓ hiking trails ✓ winter storm watching ✓ sauna & delicious food
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A joyful winery wedding for Matt and Jess with lush, garden-inspired floral design.
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Exploring the Pacific Northwest as a resident has been a remarkable experience for this born-and-raised southern girl. A couple of my fellow Poms2Moms ladies have made it out west, and I’ll speak for the rest of the PNW when I say I’m lucky to live in a truly gorgeous part of the country. I plan to write more posts about specific places to visit, but for anyone considering taking a trip to the PNW, this is to encourage that spur-of-the moment impulse, and convince you to TRAVEL. Book the flight. No matter what type of vacay you want, Washington and Oregon has it – cities, mountains, and beaches. Memories await! And the BEST PART? The Pacific Northwest has something for everyone. I’m telling you, no matter your travel style or interests, there is something here that every traveler will enjoy. To prove it, I present to you, 3 AMAZING WAYS to explore the Pacific Northwest: 1.) If you like the city, start with Seattle, WA. Seattle has plenty of iconic visuals that are worth seeing in person: The Space Needle is one of the more romantic symbols, definitely harkening me back to . You actually get the best photographs a couple blocks away, so log your steps on your FitBit and take a couple laps around. It’s pointless to drive. Uber is more convenient than anything else in these downtown areas. The best view of the city is in the Skywalk Observatory at the top of the Prudential Building. It stays open late into the evening in the summer, and on a clear day the sunset is gorgeous. Adult beverages for sale. The best part? There’s indoor and outdoor viewing, for those iconic rainy days. I love the Fremont area. Snap your photo by the Fremont Troll, an enormous sculpture publicly available for all to enjoy. And then bring your to fill up at Fremont Brewing, where you can sit across the street from the water in an outdoor beer garden. Finally, grab lunch at a great local spot: The Pacific Inn Pub. We’ve eaten there several times and it’s always good. I recommend the Cobb salad and Prosecco. 2.) If you like the mountains, start with Crystal Mountain. I’ll be honest, I’m out of my league when it comes to hiking. And your girl definitely doesn’t ski. But I can appreciate a good view, and a cold beer on a mountain top. The Summit House Restaurant was the whole reason I hiked, and the ride up in the gondola was beautiful. Apparently it has skiing and other things that those outdoorsy-folks enjoy. 3.) If you like the beach (my favorite), head for the Oregon Coast. The coolest thing about Oregon beaches is how the mountains literally seem to drop straight into the ocean. When you sit on the beach, you’re surrounded by 360-degree beautiful scenery. And you can make campfires on the beach! Grab your , fill it with local PNW beer, and enjoy watching your dog-child terrorize the seagulls (or vice versa.) One last word of wisdom: Pack rain gear – even in June. “June gloom” is a legit season out here. Bring , solid , and a towel for the muddy dog feet, just in case! Seriously… it’s worth the flight. It’s worth the time zone change. It’s awe-inspiring. Have you ventured out to the incredible PNW? What are your favorite spots?
Coeur d'Alene is located in northwest Idaho and is a hidden gem of the Pacific Northwest. Read for things to do in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Manastash 24 River Shorts in Black. Regular fitting and cut to an above-knee length, these Manastash shorts are crafted from 100% nylon with a woven elastic waist. Featuring an external drawstring tie, a webbing tape D-ring attachment point and four classic pockets, these black Manastash shorts are finished with additional cargo pockets and with woven flag label branding.Originally founded in 1993 by Robert Jungmann, Manastash is a pioneering outdoor brand now based out of Tokyo. Inspired by their Pacific Northwest heritage and by an appreciation for revised outdoor utility, Manastash is a visionary label led by a passion for free-wheeling lifestyles and revised mountain design.Product Details100% NylonElasticated WaistExternal Drawstring AdjusterTwo Side PocketsRear PocketsAdjustable Cargo PocketsWebbing Tape D-Ring Attachment PointWoven LabelRegular Fit
A warm Saturday in August, I set out for Wellspring Spa, nestled in next to Mt Rainier, just outside of the park entrance. Wellspring is a true retreat (we used walkie talkies to stay in touch thro…
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This last weekend we went up to Idaho to celebrate the Pioneer Day festivities with Derek's family. Even though today is Pioneer Day, Derek has to work today, so we were happy to be able to participate in all the activities over the weekend so we didn't feel like we were missing out on all the fun. Although today being home with the kids and having nothing to do is certainly giving me all the FOMO. (Are the cool kids still saying that?) The first order of business for the weekend was hiking Tablerock in Wyoming. This was Derek's third or fourth time doing the hike, and it's something that he's been wanting to do since we moved back west last summer. We sent a mass text inviting all of his siblings, and his brother was the only one that ended up joining us. Ironically, Nathan is only 11 months younger than me, and Derek is two and a half years older, so I'm actually closer in age to Nathan than Derek. We're at the fun part of the year where Nathan and I are the same age for a month, before I turn 27 on Aug 22. We started the morning bright and early at 6am, and made the hour drive to the mountain trailhead. We thought it was a good idea to hike up and down the face, which we quickly regretted. The way up was super steep and challenging, but since we were going up, we had quite a bit of traction and it wasn't nearly as bad as it could have been. The way down was awful because rocks were constantly slipping out from under my feet, and it was incredibly challenging, and we quickly learned why most people chose to go back down a different trail. It was 4 miles up to the summit, and we took lots of stops along the way to catch our breath and take some pictures. Admittedly, I was the most in shape, and Derek and Nathan struggled a little bit, but I'm still so proud of the both of them for doing it! I summited the top in just under four hours, and Derek was close behind about 30 minutes later. Nathan wanted to test how well the keto diet was working for him, and wound up cutting the hike short .2 miles due to lack of energy. The moment we started going down the mountain, Derek's knees revolted on him, and he just couldn't make it down without being in pain. We met back up with Nathan who had a first aid kit, and we wound up wrapping Derek's knees with some gauze, and found him a walking stick in hope of getting him down the mountain in one piece. It was a slow hike down, having to stop and break about every quarter mile. Eventually, at the last mile I knew Derek and Nathan would eventually make it out okay and I had to just leave them for my own sanity. There were so many bugs on the way down, and every time we stopped we were just getting swarmed. I couldn't deal and left them in the dust while they hobbled down the mountain to the car. Every so often I would scream, "MARCOOOOOO" as loud as I could, and I would hear Derek and Nathan yelling, "POLOOOOOO" to signify that they were still alive, and then I would keep going. We all finished in just about eight hours and we were completely exhausted. We were hot, dirty, and sunburned by the time we finished, but all the gorgeous views throughout the day made it well worth it!
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I’ve been venturing out of the house almost every day for new short and medium-length, fun Pacific Northwest walks near or in my hometown of Olympia, Washington. I’ve rounded up my faves here in case anyone in the area is looking for a new rec or you’re visiting for a bit and want an outdoor activit
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